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Experience the best of Â鶹´«Ã½ and Durham, North Carolina.

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We’re here to help guide you through all Â鶹´«Ã½ and Durham can offer. If you know what you are looking for, please use our search engine.

Planning Your Visit to Â鶹´«Ã½

For Undergrad Applicants

Campus Tours

Attend a 30-minute information session led by an admissions officer followed by a 90-minute student-led walking tour, or explore the campus at your own pace with our downloadable map and audioÌýguide.

campus resources

Parking and Transportation

Find details on visitor parking locations and fees, as well as information on campus shuttle routes and schedules to help you navigateÌýeasily.

campus resources

Visitor Info Center

Located on the edge of Â鶹´«Ã½â€™s West campus, the Karsh Visitors’ Center is your first stop when visitingÌýÂ鶹´«Ã½.

Explore Durham – The Bull City

Durham is more than Â鶹´«Ã½â€™s hometown; It’s a vibrant city full of culture, food, music and history. Make the most of your visit.

Top Attractions

Step into the heart of Durham. From art galleries and live music nights to historic landmarks, there’s something here for everyone.

Dining

Home to nearly 150 restaurants and bars, Downtown Durham is widely recognized for its diverse and award-winning food culture.

Events

From Broadway shows and indie films to art exhibits, live music, and food festivals, there’s always something happening in Durham.

36 Hours in Durham

Our friends at Discover Durham tested the 36-hour Durham, N.C. itinerary published by The New York Times. Here’s a preview of all the restaurants, bars, attractions and more that were covered – in just 36Ìýseconds!

Where to Stay

You’ll find a variety of great hotels on campus and nearby to suit yourÌýneeds.

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On Campus Hotels

The Washington Â鶹´«Ã½ Inn and JB Â鶹´«Ã½ Hotel are two of the top places to stay in Durham, offering comfort and convenience right on campus.

An upscale hotel lobby with white rectangular columns, comfortable chairs and a chandelier over a coffee table in the center
Aerial view of an art deco style hotel with lots of windows and vertical columns and a warmly lit lobby inside. Letters vertically running down the building spell "The Durham."

Lodging

Nearby Hotels

Durham offers a wide range of hotel options close to campus, making it easy to find the right place to stayÌýfor your visit.

Maps and Guides

Durham is a vibrant city. Its streets curve through old farmlands and neighborhoods, reflecting a deepÌýhistory. But don’t worry, navigating is easyÌýwith plenty of maps and guides to help you getÌýaround.

Aerial view of the Durham Bulls ballpark at night with the field lit up.

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Download the Discover
Durham Visitor Guide

We are barbecue and biscuits, locally sourced small plates and craft cocktails. We’re a gritty tobacco-grown town that’s evolved into the City of Medicine.

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Download the Discover
Durham Mobile App

Great advice from the convenience
of your pocket.

Tips for Your Visit

Let’s make sure you have the easiest visit ever.

Information on Durham’s average temperatures and seasonal considerations. ​

Resources for visitors with disabilities, including campus accessibility maps.​

Campus safety resources and emergency contact information.​

Visitor access to Â鶹´«Ã½â€™s unsecured wireless network.